1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 165 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
