1980 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
