1978 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 47 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 1978 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Falcon | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
