1994 Saab 900 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 900 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
