1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Cambridge | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
