1984 Saab 900 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 409 kg more than 1984 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Saab 900 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 900 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2911 mm |
