1968 Saab 99 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab 99 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 99 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
