2003 Rover Streetwise vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise. 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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover Streetwise | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | Streetwise | 900i |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
