1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 655 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 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-150 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
