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Saab 900 GL

General information

ModelSaab 900 GL
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1983 ccm (121.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque161.80 Nm (16.5 kgf-m or 119.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 78.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed164.0 km/h (101.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0845 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4750 mm (187.0 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)
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