2000 Acura Integra vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 16 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 60 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | Integra | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
