1975 Saab 99 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 394 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Saab 99 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 99 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2911 mm |
