1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 99 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
