1978 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1980 Saab 900 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Electra | 900 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |