2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Saab 900. 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 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1991 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
