2004 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Saab 900.
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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
