1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, both 1970 Porsche 914 and 1970 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 914 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
