1971 Saab 99 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 30 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 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 340 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 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Saab 99 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Will |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1853 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
