1994 Rover 400 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, both 1994 Rover 400 and 1994 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
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 (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400. 1994 Saab 900 has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Saab 900 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
