1993 Saab 900 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 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Saab 900. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Saab 900 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 900 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
