2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 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, 1990 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
