2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Croma | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
