1980 Saab 900 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Saab 900 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Saab | Buick |
Model | 900 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |