1958 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, 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, 1990 Saab 900 (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escort | 900 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
