1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, both 1967 Ford Fairlane and 1967 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Fairlane | 1967 Saab 99 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Fairlane | 99 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3930 cc | 1708 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |