1979 Saab 900 GLi Automatic specifications

1979 Saab 900 GLi Automatic data
 
bodywork
Body type4/5 seater hatchback
Number of doors3
Designer
dimensions & weights
Wheelbase 2517 mm 99.1 inches
Track/tread (front) 1420 mm 55.9 inches
Track/tread (rear) 1430 mm 56.3 inches
Length 4740 mm 186.6 inches
Width 1690 mm 66.5 inches
Height 1425 mm 56.1 inches
Ground clearance
length:wheelbase ratio 1.88
Kerb weight
Weight distribution
fuel tank capacity 63 litres 13.9 [16.6] UK [US] gal.
aerodynamics
Drag coefficient
Frontal area
CdA
Powertrain
engine type naturally aspirated petrol
Engine manufacturer Saab
Engine code
Cylinders Straight 4
Capacity 2 litre
1985 cc
(121.132 cu in)
Bore × Stroke 90 × 78 mm
3.54 × 3.07 in
Bore/stroke ratio 1.15
Valve gear single overhead camshaft (SOHC)
2 valves per cylinder
8 valves in total
maximum power output
(DIN)
118 PS (116 bhp) (87 kW)
at 5500 rpm
maximum torque
(DIN)
167 Nm (123 ft·lb) (17 kgm)
at 3700 rpm
Specific output
(DIN)
43.6 kW/litre
59.3 ps/litre
58.4 bhp/litre
0.96 bhp/cu in
Specific torque
(DIN)
84.13 Nm/litre
1.02 ft·lb/cu3
Engine construction
Lubrication wet sumped
compression ratio 9.2:1
Fuel system Bosch fuel injection
bmep (brake mean effective pressure) 1057.2 kPa (153.3 psi)
Maximum RPM
crankshaft bearings 5
Engine coolant Water
Unitary capacity 496.25 cc
Aspiration Normal
Compressor N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N
performance
Acceleration 0-80km/h (50mph)
Acceleration 0-60mph
Acceleration 0-100km/h
Acceleration 0-160km/h (100mph)
Standing quarter-mile
Standing kilometre
Maximum speed
Power-to-weight ratio
Weight-to-power ratio
fuel consumption
Fuel consumption
universal fuel consumption (calculated from the above)
litres/100km
km/litre
UK MPG
US MPG
Carbon dioxide emissions
Carfolio Calculated CO2 ?
VED band (UK)
CO2 Effizienz (DE)
chassis
Engine position front
Engine layout longitudinal
Drive wheels front wheel drive  
Torque split N/A
Steering rack & pinion
turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Wheel size front 5J x 15
Wheel size rear 5J x 15
Tyres front 175/70 HR 15
Tyres rear 175/70 HR 15
Brakes F/R Di/Di-S
Front brake diameter 280 mm
Rear brake diameter 270 mm
Braked area
Gearbox 3 speed automatic
Top gear ratio
Final drive ratio
general
Carfolio.com ID581823
Production total
Model code
RAC rating 20.1
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available
1979 Saab 900 GLi Automatic added 2019-01-01.
Last modified 2020-03-16.

Saab 900 models

3 door hatchback FF 5M 2119 cm3/129.3cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW 1190 kg
3 door hatchback FF 3A 2119 cm3/129.3cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 126 PS 125 bhp 93 kW 1280 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 126 PS 125 bhp 93 kW
5 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 126 PS 125 bhp 93 kW
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 126 PS 125 bhp 93 kW 1190 kg
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 141 PS 139 bhp 104 kW 1270 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 141 PS 139 bhp 104 kW 1280 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 3A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 141 PS 139 bhp 104 kW
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 141 PS 139 bhp 104 kW 1300 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 170 PS 168 bhp 125 kW 1280 kg
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 3A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 170 PS 168 bhp 125 kW
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 180 PS 178 bhp 132 kW 1330 kg
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 175 PS 173 bhp 129 kW
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 185 PS 183 bhp 136 kW 1285 kg
2 door sedan/​saloon FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW 1205 kg
4 door sedan/​saloon FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW 1240 kg
5 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW 1250 kg
4 door sedan/​saloon FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW 1240 kg
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW 1215 kg
5 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 140 PS 138 bhp 103 kW 1250 kg
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW 1215 kg
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 160 PS 158 bhp 118 kW 1285 kg
2 door sedan/​saloon FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW
5 door hatchback FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW
4 door sedan/​saloon FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW
3 door hatchback FF 4A 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW
2 door convertible/​cabriolet FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 175 PS 173 bhp 129 kW 1285 kg
2 door sedan/​saloon FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 155 PS 153 bhp 114 kW
Saab 900 Turbo -
3 door hatchback FF 5M 1985 cm3/121.1cuin 145 PS 143 bhp 107 kW 1195 kg
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3 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 2792 cm3/170.4cuin 111 PS 109 bhp 81 kW
3 door fixed-head coupé FR 4M 2792 cm3/170.4cuin 111 PS 109 bhp 81 kW
3 door fixed-head coupé FR 3A 2792 cm3/170.4cuin 111 PS 109 bhp 81 kW
3 door fastback FR 5M 2759 cm3/168.4cuin 118 PS 116 bhp 87 kW 1300 kg
3 door fastback FR 4A 2759 cm3/168.4cuin 118 PS 116 bhp 87 kW
3 door fixed-head coupé FR 5M 1988 cm3/121.3cuin 125 PS 123 bhp 92 kW 1170 kg
3 door fixed-head coupé FR 4A 1988 cm3/121.3cuin 125 PS 123 bhp 92 kW 1170 kg