1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1968 Maserati Mistral 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 1968 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | Mistral | 900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
