1985 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
