2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Express | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
