1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
Model | 240 | 900 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2530 mm |