1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1989 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | RZ | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
