2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
