2001 Lancia Zeta vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Zeta | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Lancia | Saab |
Model | Zeta | 9000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |