1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1987 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Mustang | 900 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |