2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Zafira | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
