1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 282 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Sierra | 750 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
