1985 Renault 25 vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab 99 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Saab 99.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 25 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
