1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1970 Saab 99 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 899 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Impala | 99 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
