2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Ram | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
