1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Berlina | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
