2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 1561 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 9-7X | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
