These are standard specifications for the 1986 Saab 900, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1979 - 1994 |
| Price : | $12,300-$25,400 |
| Weight : | 2640 lbs | 1197.484 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 5250 RPM |
| Torque : | 119 Ft-Lbs (161 NM) @ 3500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 78 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.25:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Light Alloy |
| Port fuel injection | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 125 BHP (92 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 78 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Port fuel injection | |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | intercooled | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 160 BHP (117.76 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 188 Ft-Lbs (255 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 78 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
5 Manual , Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Saab Production for 1986 : | 48,246 |
| 1986 Saab 900 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19860101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 86V057000 |
| Summary | THE BOLT IN THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN U-JOINT CLAMP MAY HAVE BEEN OVER TORQUED AND MAY BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BROKEN U-JOINT CLAMP MAY ALLOW THE STEERING SHAFT TO PULL OUT OF THE JOINT AND RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND POSSIBLY AN ACCIDENT. |
| Remedy | REPLACE AND PROPERLY TORQUE BOLT. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: STEERING/U-JOINT CLAMP BOLT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19860601 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 87V013000 |
| Summary | THE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND THE INJECTOR FUEL RAIL MAY RUPTURE DUE TO STRESS. |
| Consequence | THIS COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLY A FIRE. |
| Remedy | REPLACE FUEL HOSE WITH NEW PREFORMED PLASTIC HOSE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ENGINE/FUEL INJECTION HOSE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
Data updated January 2023
1986 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $9,255 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $22,400 |
| Avg. Home : | $89,430 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.89 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1986 Saab 900?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1986 Saab 900? A: The 1986 Saab 900 has a wheelbase size of 99.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1986 Saab 900? A: The 1986 Saab 900 has a length of 186.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1986 Saab 900? A: The 1986 Saab 900 has a width of 66.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1986 Saab 900 cost when new?A: The 1986 Saab 900 cost approximately $12,300 to $25,400 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1986 Saab 900? A: The 1986 Saab 900 was offered as a Convertible, Hatchback, Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Saab produce in 1986? A: Saab produced 48,246 automobiles in 1986.Q: What engines did the 1986 Saab 900 have? A: The 1986 Saab 900 had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 5250 RPM and 119 Ft-Lbs (161 NM) @ 3500 RPM Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 125 BHP (92 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 3000 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 160 BHP (117.76 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 188 Ft-Lbs (255 NM) @ 3000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1986 Saab 900 have? A: The 1986 Saab 900 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, Automatic.