1990 Saab 9000 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 10 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. Both 1990 Saab 9000 and 1980 Saab 900 are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 9000 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
