2008 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
