1980 Saab 900 vs. 1995 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Venturi Coupe is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Venturi Coupe 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 1995 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, 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, 1995 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1995 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Saab | Venturi |
| Model | 900 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
