1994 Saab 900 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. Both 1994 Saab 900 and 1998 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 52 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 900 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
