2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 16 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 685 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 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Atos | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
