1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Saab 900 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. 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, 1992 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 1992 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 306 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
