1959 Saab 95 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 362 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 95 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
