1959 Saab 95 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 53 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1105 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Saab 95 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Saab | SsangYong |
Model | 95 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |