2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 276 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
