2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 14 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 1994 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Carisma | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
