1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Cortina | 9000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |