1975 Renault 12 vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 12 | 900i |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
