2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
