1968 Saab 99 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 44 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, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab 99 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Saab | Renault |
| Model | 99 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |
