2006 Audi TT vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | TT | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
