1980 Saab 900 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 28 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 718 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Saab | Tata |
| Model | 900 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
