1967 Saab Sonett vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2470 mm |
