1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 1975 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Festiva | 99 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
