1994 Rover 200 vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
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, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 200 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
Make | Rover | Saab |
Model | 200 | 900 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |