1994 Saab 900 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
