2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 21 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 390 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Intrepid | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
