1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Marea | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
