2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Saab 9000. (173 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 9000. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1985 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1985 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | 300 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
