1989 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
