2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 170 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Meriva | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
