2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1987 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1987 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
