1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 1981 Saab 900 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 417 kg more than 1981 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 1981 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | GTX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
