1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 1982 Saab 99 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1982 Saab 99 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Cortina | 99 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |