1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1985 Saab 900 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | GTO | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
