1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1970 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 585 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Falcon | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2160 mm |
