1994 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
