2002 Renault Clio vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab 99 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 1969 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Clio | 99 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
