1990 Saab 900 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 16 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 900 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
