2005 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Clio | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
