2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Saab 900 (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Tucson | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
