1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Saab 9000. (210 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 9000. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 930 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
