2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 836 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
