2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Wrangler | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
