1986 Citroen C vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, both 1986 Citroen C and 1986 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. 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, 1986 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen C | 1986 Saab 900 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C | 900 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |