2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
