2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 750 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
