1971 Saab 99 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Saab 99 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Saab | Venturi |
Model | 99 | 400 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1709 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |