2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 1990 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 (447 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mustang | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
