1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lada 1200 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 1979 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Lada | Saab |
Model | 1200 | 99 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 54 L |