2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 25 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 95 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Coupe | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
