1984 Saab 90 vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 90 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1984 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Saab 90 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
