2007 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 27 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 0 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 75 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 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Nubira | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
