1999 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (231 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (357 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 03-Sep | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
