1968 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
