1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Commodore | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
