1974 Saab 99 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Saab 99 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
