1989 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
