1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva.
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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Festiva | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |