1993 Renault 21 vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 21 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
