Saab 93 = Opel Vectra??

Hi, I’m new here in the Saab forum and I’m interested in a SAAB 93 1.8 without a turbo. How are your experiences with the vehicle?? Is the engine, the gearbox and the chassis identical to the current Opel Vectra. You often read this the manual gearbox, scratching in cold condition. That wouldn’t be so nice. And could you also keep the Saab waiting in an Opel contract workshop?? (There is no SAAB dealer around 100KM here) Thank you for your answers Greeting