1980 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Estate | 900 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
