1994 Saab 900 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
