1979 Buick Century vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Century | 900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
