1969 Renault 12 vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Saab 99 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Renault 12.
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, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 12 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
