2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 900 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1982 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-150 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2530 mm |
