1977 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 1984 Saab 900 is newer by 7 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, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 900 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
