1995 Rover 600 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 600 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
