1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Concerto | 99 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |