2005 Lada 110 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | 110 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
