2004 Opel Zafira vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Zafira | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Zafira | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
