These are standard specifications for the 1981 Saab 900, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual Floor lever
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1979 - 1994 |
| Price : | $10,400-$15,100 |
| Weight : | 2580 lbs | 1170.268 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 | |
4 Manual Floor lever
Production Figures
| Total Saab Production for 1981 : | 66,392 |
| 1981 Saab 900 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19800801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V147000 |
| Summary | THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT PERMANENT LUBRICATION IN THE BUCKLE/RELEASE MECHANISM OF THE TYPE 2 SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES. THIS MAY CAUSE FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS TO HAVE DIFFICULTY IN FULLY FASTENING SEAT BELTS, ALTHOUGH THEY MAY SEEM TO BE FULLY FASTENED. |
| Remedy | A SPECIAL WAX LUBRICANT WILL BE SPRAYED INTO THE BUCKLE RECEPTACLE SLOT TO REMEDY DEFECT AND PREVENT REOCCURANCE. THIS WILL BE DONE WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BELT BUCKLE MECHANISM.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS FALSE FEELING THAT THE SEAT BELT IS LATCHED CANINCREASE THE CHANCES OF INJURY DURING AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE TONGUE CAN POPOUT OF THE LATCH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.NOTE: UNTIL CORRECTIVE ACTION IS TAKEN, PULL UPWARD ON THE SEAT BELT AFTERFASTENING IT TO CHECK THAT IT IS SECURELY LATCHED. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19800801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 84V019000 |
| Summary | POOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AT THE FUEL GAUGE TRANSMITTER MAY RESULT IN A STOPPAGE OF THE FUEL PUMP AND ENGINE STALLING. IN EXTREME CASES, FUEL VAPOR MAY LEAK FROM THE FUEL TANK. |
| Remedy | THE FUEL GAUGE TRANSMITTER WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED, IF DAMAGED. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH FUEL INJECTION.SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL PUMP.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: ENGINE STALLING OR LEAKING FUEL VAPORS COULD CAUSE ASAFETY HAZARD ON THE ROAD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT OR PERSONALINJURY. |
Data updated January 2023
1981 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $11,660 |
| Avg. Home : | $96,240 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.25 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1981 Saab 900?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1981 Saab 900? A: The 1981 Saab 900 has a wheelbase size of 99.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1981 Saab 900? A: The 1981 Saab 900 has a length of 187.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1981 Saab 900? A: The 1981 Saab 900 has a width of 66.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1981 Saab 900 cost when new?A: The 1981 Saab 900 cost approximately $10,400 to $15,100 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1981 Saab 900? A: The 1981 Saab 900 was offered as a Hatchback, Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Saab produce in 1981? A: Saab produced 66,392 automobiles in 1981.Q: What engines did the 1981 Saab 900 have? A: The 1981 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 1981 Saab 900 have? A: The 1981 Saab 900 had a 4 speed Manual Floor lever gearbox.