1969 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900 (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Capri | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
