1989 Audi V8 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 9 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 530 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 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | V8 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
