1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M 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 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | 12 M | 9000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |