1984 Saab 99 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 99 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Saab 99 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
