2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
