1998 Saab 900i vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Saab 900i.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 900i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 900i | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900i | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
