1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
