1974 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1979 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Capri | 900 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |