1978-1994 900 OverviewSaab 900 Overview (1978 - 1994)
1978 - 1994
Tech Specs Summary
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- 103 - 134 mph
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- 8.7 - 14.0 seconds
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- 100 - 173 BHP
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- 27.2 - 29.7 mpg
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- 1,155 - 1,320 kg
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- 617 L (Hatchback)
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- 346 - 364 L (Convertible)
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- 617 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Saab 900 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Saab between 1978 - 1994. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, convertible or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 100 BHP 2 L Inline 4 petrol engine to a 173 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and solid axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 900 is the Saab 900 Turbo 16 S which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 173 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 138 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Saab 900 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 411 miles and can store 617 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 500 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,200 kg.