1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
