2000 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 03-Sep | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
