2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 9-7X | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 9-7X | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
