1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | 1000 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
