1997 Saab 900 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Saab 900 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Saab | Vauxhall |
| Model | 900 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
