1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Saab 90 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Saab 90 | |
Make | Audi | Saab |
Model | 100 | 90 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |