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SAAB 900 TURBO ENGINE
The SAAB 900 has a Four cylinder, in-line, longitudinally mounted and inclined
at an angle of 45*. Cast iron cylinder block. Light alloy, cross/low cylinder
head. Dome-shaped combustion chambers of the SAAB 900 with centrally placed spark
plugs. Double overhead, chain-driven camshafts. Hydraulic, maintenance-free name
depressors. Four valves per cylinder.
The Saab 900 has breakerless electronic ignition system. Light pressure turbocharger
with water-cooled bearing housing and integrated waste gate (boost pressure
control valve) propel the SAAB 900. Engine oil cooler. Electronic fuel injection.
SAAB 900 Cooling system with electrically driven thermostatically controlled
radiator fan. Three-way catalytic converter and Lambda-sensor.
SAAB 900 TURBO SPECIFICATION
1995 Saab 900: Model lineups and powertrain combinations remain
unchanged for 1995.
1996 Saab 900: The turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine
becomes available on the 4-door model for '96 and can be paired with a 4-speed
automatic for the first time. The optional V6 comes only with the automatic
transmission for '96. Appearance changes include a standard rear spoiler for
the 2-door and rear body panel styled to blend with the headlamps.
1997 Saab 900: The primary change for 1997 is the addition
of larger front brakes, designed to aid stopping performance and extend pad
life.
1998 Saab 900: Saab drops the V6 engine in all 900 models.
A replacement model called the 9-3 would arrive for '99.
The Saab 900 turbo charged 4-cylinder from the '93 model provides
160 horsepower at 5500 rpm and 188 pound-feet of torque at 4300 rpm. Saab is
also providing 500 Commemorative Edition versions of these convertibles (both
900 and 900 Turbo models) with special black paint and trim, with the more potent
2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder delivering 185 horsepower at 5500 rpm and
1994 pound-feet of torque at 2100 rpm.
SAAB 900 Turbo Standard Equipment
16 Valves
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Catalyst (Unleaded Fuel Only)
Asymmetric alloy wheels
5 speed manual gearbox
Electric windows and mirrors
Leather faced seats
Leather steering wheel, gear knob and gaiter
In car audio
Electric aerial
Electronic ignition
Power assisted steering
Side impact protection Impact resisting bumpers
Anti roll bars
Halogen headlamps
Headlamp adjusters
Headlamp wash/wipe
High-level brake light
Tinted windows
Central locking
Heated front seats
Rear head restraints
Front centre console
Tachometer
Quartz clock
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