1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 925 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett, 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
