1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Explorer | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
