1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 404 kg more than 1987 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Caprice | 900 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
