1999 Rover 75 vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Saab 90. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
