1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 2 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
