1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 9000 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
