1980 Audi Sport vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | Sport | 9000 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |