1959 Saab 95 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 466 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Saab 95 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 95 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |