1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Astro | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
