2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 17 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Thesis | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
