2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 461 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Avantime | 900 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
