1979 Buick Century vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1985 Saab 900 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 900 (155 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1985 Saab 900 (278 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Century | 900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
