2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 20 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Neon | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
