1998 Ford Puma vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Puma | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
