2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 227 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Saab |
| Model | Tacuma | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
