1959 Saab 95 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 95 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
