2009 Audi TT vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | TT | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
