2006 Rover 75 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
