1990 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Granada | 99 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
