1969 Saab Sonett vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett, 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Saab Sonett | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
