2005 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 242 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Carens | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
