2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 9-7X | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
