1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Dakota | 99 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
