1991 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
