1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 Porsche 911 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
