1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 565 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Astro | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
