1984 Saab 900 vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1984 Saab 900 and 1984 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Saab 900.
Because 1984 Volvo 240 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 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Saab 900 | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Saab | Volvo |
Model | 900 | 240 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |