1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Boxster | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
