1982 Saab 900 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Saab 900 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
