1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2530 mm |
