2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 90 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2100 kg more than 1987 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Excursion | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
