1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 12 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 835 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 900 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
