1979 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
