1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab 99 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 99 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
