2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | E-350 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
