1983 Saab 99 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 99 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Saab 99 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
