2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 190 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 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 407 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
