1968 Rover 2000 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Rover 2000 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 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Rover 2000 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Rover | Saab |
Model | 2000 | 900 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |