2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 40 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Laguna | 900 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |