2004 Renault Megane vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 270 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
