1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Ak 350 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
