2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 15 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 528 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 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
