2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 1975 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
