1986 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 80 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
