1977 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
