Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2002 02:05:57 -0000 From: "sd" <sameson45234nopsamail.com> Subject: Re: Best Saab in snow, was 900 '86 vs 9000 '87 vs 9000 turbo '85 - which to prefer?
> Actually, more power is a handicap in the snow. More power only makes it easier > to spin the wheels when frozen feet in heavy wet boots are not very good at > feathering the gas pedal. The whole secret to driving in the the snow/ice is to > avoid spinning the wheels, yet keep the car moving. The under powered 900 8 > Valve was just about perfect, especially with a 5 speed and Pirelli Winter 190s. > I know, I passed many SUVs in the winter with my 1986 900. I find it real easy to spin the tyres in my 900i.. 8v 2-dr sedan with120hp.. my 50hp Citroen AX on the other hand.. but its pretty good snow car, plenty of ground clearance and awesome (ahem) 145/70x13 rubber..its so light you can just ride over snow drifts :-)