1990 Saab 900 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Saab | Plymouth |
| Model | 900 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
