1998 Rover 400 vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, both 1998 Rover 400 and 1998 Saab 900i were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 1998 Saab 900i | |
Make | Rover | Saab |
Model | 400 | 900i |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |