1969 Saab 99 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, both 1969 Saab 99 and 1969 Toyota Century were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 634 kg more than 1969 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Saab 99 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 99 | Century |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1707 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |