2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 961 kg more than 1984 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 9-7X | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 9-7X | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
