2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1986 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
