1995 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1995 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1995 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saab 900 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 900 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
