1975 Ford Torino vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Saab 900.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Torino | 900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
