1991 Saab 900 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 900 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
