1968 Saab 99 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Saab 99 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 99 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1709 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |