1989 Rover Montego vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego.
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 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | Montego | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
