1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 305 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
