2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Bantam | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
