1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 18 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Safrane | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
