1986 Saab 9000 vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. Both 1986 Saab 9000 and 1987 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 9000 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
