1976 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
