1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Vectra | 900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
