1984 Saab 99 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 99 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1984 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Saab 99 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
