1978 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 11 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 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 |
