2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
