1967 Saab Sonett vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett, 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Saab Sonett | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
