1960 Saab 93 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 815 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Saab 93 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 93 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
