1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fairlane | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
