2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Wrangler | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
