1978 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 4 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
