1990 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1990 Saab 900.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 900 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
