1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (230 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Camaro | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
