1968 Saab Sonett vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 609 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab Sonett | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
