1980 Saab 900 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 900 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
