1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Saab | Simca |
| Model | 9000 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
