2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 28 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 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 763 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 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Aveo | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
