1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Saab 900.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Galant | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
