1980 Saab 900 vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 is newer by 8 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. Both 1980 Saab 900 and 1988 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900 (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900.
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 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 900 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
