1994 Saab 900 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2009 Saturn Sky. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 900 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
