2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Express | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
