2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | 300 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
