1992 Rover 216 vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 25 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 1,708 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 20 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.
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 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 216 | 1967 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 216 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1708 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
