2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900, 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
