1989 Audi 200 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
