1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 716 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 94 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
