1980 Audi Sport vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab 99 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | Sport | 99 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
