1980 Saab 900 Specifications

Specifications

1979 1980 1981 1982 1984 1985 1986 1991 1992 1993 1994

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Steel unibody
Production Years for Series :	1979 - 1994
Price :	$9,290-$13,690
Weight :	2635 lbs \| 1195.216 kg

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1985 cc \| 121.1 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 5250 RPM
Torque :	119 Ft-Lbs (161 NM) @ 3500 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 90 mm.
Stroke :	3.1 in \| 78 mm.
Compression :	9.25:1
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Light Alloy

Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement :	1985 cc \| 121.1 cu in. \| 2.0 L.
Power :	135 BHP (99.36 KW) @ 4800 RPM
Torque :	160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3500 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 90 mm.
Stroke :	3.1 in \| 78 mm.
Compression :	7.2:1
Main Bearings :	5
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Light Alloy
Bosch electronic port fuel injection

Transmission:
4 Manual

Production Figures

Total Saab Production for 1980 :	65,754
1980 Saab 900

Handling

Recall

Component	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer	SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Mfr Report Date	19771001
NHTSA Campaign ID	83V068000
Summary	A PROBLEM RELATING TO THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET ATTACHMENT COULD CAUSE LEAKING OF TRANSMISSION OIL. TRANSMISSION COULD LOCK UP DUE TO LACK OF PROPER OIL LUBRICATION.
Remedy	DEALER WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET WITH ONE THAT ATTACHES TO THE SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL COVER GASKET WILL ALSO BE REPLACED, USING SCREWS INSTEAD OF STUDS.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; EXHAUST PIPE BRACKET ATTACHMENT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: TRANSMISSION LOCK UP COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT ANDPERSONAL INJURY.NOTE: UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS CORRECTED, OWNER SHOULD ENSURE THAT THE TRANSMISSIONOIL IS KEPT AT AN ADEQUATE LEVEL. IF THE OIL LEVEL SINKS TOO LOW, THEDIFFERENTIAL MAY BEGIN TO WHINE AND IT MAY BECOME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TOCHANGE GEARS.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Manufacturer	SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Mfr Report Date	19790901
NHTSA Campaign ID	80V123000
Summary	THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT THE MOUNTING COLLAR FOR THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP, SUBMERGED IN THE FUEL, COULD PARTIALLY DETACH FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK AND CAUSE A FUEL LEAK.
Remedy	DEALER WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP SUPPORT AND REMOUNT THE PUMP AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: FUEL; ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP, MOUNTING COLLAR.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LEAKING FUEL MAY ENTER THE TOOL WELL AND/OR DRIP TO THEGROUND AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THIS WOULD CREATE A RISK OF FIRE, POSSIBLYRESULTING IN VEHICLE DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.NOTE: DRIVER MAY BE ALERTED TO THE PROBLEM BY A STRONG FUEL ODOR AND A DISTINCTINCREASE IN THE NOISE LEVEL FROM FUEL PUMP OPERATION.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1980 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$7,210
Avg. Household Income :	$19,170
Avg. Home :	$68,714
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$1.22
Total Car Production :	8,009,841

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1980 Saab 900? A: The 1980 Saab 900 has a wheelbase size of 99.40 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1980 Saab 900? A: The 1980 Saab 900 has a length of 187.60 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1980 Saab 900? A: The 1980 Saab 900 has a width of 66.50 inches.

Q: How much did the 1980 Saab 900 cost when new?A: The 1980 Saab 900 cost approximately $9,290 to $13,690 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1980 Saab 900? A: The 1980 Saab 900 was offered as a 5-Door Hatchback, Hatchback.

Q: How many vehicles did Saab produce in 1980? A: Saab produced 65,754 automobiles in 1980.

Q: What engines did the 1980 Saab 900 have? A: The 1980 Saab 900 had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 5250 RPM and 119 Ft-Lbs (161 NM) @ 3500 RPM

Turbocharged Inline 4 (1985 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 135 BHP (99.36 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3500 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 1980 Saab 900 have? A: The 1980 Saab 900 had a 4 speed Manual gearbox.