2000 Acura RL vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 11 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | RL | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
