2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 900 (155 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Saab 900 (278 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Frontera | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Frontera | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
