1989 Saab 900 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. Both 1989 Saab 900 and 1994 Volvo 850 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 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 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 900 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 900 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
