1987 Saab 9000 vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 9000 | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
