1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Telstar | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
