1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 674 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2837 mm |
