2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
