1967 Mercury Park Lane vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Saab 9000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Mercury Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Park Lane | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Park Lane | 9000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6990 cc | 2288 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1585 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |