1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Festiva | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |