1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, both 1972 Ford Cortina and 1972 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Saab 99 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Saab 99 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Saab 99 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1972 Saab 99 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Cortina | 99 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |