1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 1982 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Festiva | 99 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
