1959 Saab 95 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 602 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 95 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
