2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 791 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.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-150 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
