1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Porsche 930 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 930 | 900 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |