1975 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 Saab 900 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 900 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 1991 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
