1978 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 1987 Saab 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1987 Saab 90 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
