1992 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1981 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Regal | 900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
