1970 Saab 99 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 464 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Saab 99 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 99 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1709 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
