1983 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 361 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Saab 900 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 900 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2604 mm |
