2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 18 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
