2000 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 254 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 03-Sep | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
