2005 Rover 75 vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1992 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1992 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
