1978 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, 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, 1968 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escort | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 938 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
