1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 386 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Acclaim | 96 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
