2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Five Hundred | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
