1979 Saab 900 GLi New Design Strengthens Body Without Adding Extra Weight

Posted on 01. Jan, 1979 by Ryan in 1970-1979, 900, Orange, Connecticut

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1979 Saab 900 GLi New Design Strengthens Body Without Adding Extra Weight

ORANGE, CONNECTICUT — The long, sloping hood of the Saab 900, possibly the most striking feature of the newest model from the Swedish Saab-Scania Group, conceals a radical new body design. The aim of the Saab designers was not only to lengthen, but also to strengthen the body while keeping the weight roughly the same as in the Saab 99. This was achieved by using aluminum in some components, while at other points the higher safety objectives are met by accurately calculated new or reinforced steel structures. Longitudinal tubular deformation elements in the engine compartment are designed for gradual energy absorption while reinforced Z section beams transmit collision forces to a cross member underneath the passenger compartment floor, thus protecting the front foot wells.

For 1979 the Saab 900 will be offered in a three-door Saab 900 GLi version; in the five-door Saab 900 GLE model; in the sporty Saab 900 EMS configuration; and with the new, widely hailed Saab Turbo engine as the Saab Turbo in both three- and five-door versions. Automatic transmission will be available in all models except the Turbo.

The Saab 900 series will be available through some 335 Saab dealers nationally in November.

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