1980 Saab 900 vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo 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. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. 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 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 900 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
