1980 Saab 900 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 20 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 330 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 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
