2004 Acura RSX vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | RSX | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
