1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 175 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 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 993 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
