1976 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Escort | 9000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |