1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab 99 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 685 kg more than 1967 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1967 Saab 99 has manual transmission. 1967 Saab 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 99 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
