1994 Saab 900 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
