1984 Audi 200 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
