2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Five Hundred | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
