1980 Saab 900 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
