1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 545 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Saab 93, 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 93 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
