1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 358 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
