1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 39 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Neon | 99 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
