2008 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | R8 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
