2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Thesis | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
