1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar XJ6 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 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900, 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XJ6 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
