1960 Saab 93 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
