2004 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
