1978 Renault 18 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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, 1978 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 18 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
