2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 537 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Galaxy | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
