1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Saab 900 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | GTO | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
