1959 Saab 95 vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 36 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 224 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.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 95 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
