1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Cortina | 900 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
