1987 Saab 900 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 900 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 900 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
