1956 Saab 93 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. 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 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1956 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1956 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Saab 93 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
