1983 Peugeot 504 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
Because 1983 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. 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 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 504 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 504 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
