1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Saab 9000 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9000 | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |