1991 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 1991 Audi 80 and 1989 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 80 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
