1998 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1998 Saab 03-Sep and 1998 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 03-Sep | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
