1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 348 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Camaro | 900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
