1965 Saab MC vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Saab MC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | MC | T5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
