1997 Renault Laguna vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
