1979 Saab 900 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 26 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 15 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Saab 900 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
