1988 Renault 5 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 5 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
