2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 38 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 1980 Saab 900 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Picasso | 900 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |