1979 Saab 900 vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Saab 900 | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 900 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
