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Saab 99

General information

ModelSaab 99
Year1968
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1709 ccm (104.28 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1709 ccm (104.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power80.00 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque128.00 Nm (13.1 kgf-m or 94.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke83.5 x 78.0 mm (3.3 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed156.0 km/h (96.9 mph)
0-50 miles10.6 seconds
0-60 miles15.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0748 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4170 litres (1,102 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1070 kg (2,358.9 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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