1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 is newer by 4 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 930 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
