1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Saab 99 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Neon | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Neon | 99 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
