2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Saab 900i.
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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900i. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 05-Sep | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 05-Sep | 900i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
