1979 Saab 900 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Saab 900 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 900 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
