2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Colorado | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
