1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Town & Country | 99 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
