1959 Saab 95 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 54 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 867 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 95 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
