1985 Ford Escort vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escort | 900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
