1968 Jensen FF vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 773 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jensen | Saab |
| Model | FF | 900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
