2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 448 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Pilot | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
