1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 900 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Lancer | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
