2009 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
