1996 Rover 800 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1986 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1986 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 800 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 800 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
