1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
