1993 Saab 900 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 18 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. Both 1993 Saab 900 and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Saab 900 | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 900 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
