1994 Rover 800 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 14 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 344 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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 800 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
