2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Avalanche | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
