2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna 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, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 160 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
