1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 23 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 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 (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | GTO | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
