2009 Proton Arena vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | Arena | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
