2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 18 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, 1989 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 34 kg more 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, 1989 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 207 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
