These are standard specifications for the 1969 Saab 96, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1960 - 1980 |
| Price : | $2,299-$2,550 |
| Weight : | 1960 lbs | 889.041 kg |
| Combined MPG : | 27.00 |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 15 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 86 mph | 138.374 km/h (estimated) |
Engine & Transmission
| V 4 60-degree | German Ford | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1498 cc | 91.4 cu in. | 1.5 L. |
| Power : | 73 BHP (53.728 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque : | 87 Ft-Lbs (118 NM) @ 2700 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.3 in | 59 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 3 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 4-stroke | |
| Ignition system : | 1 Autolite 1-barrel carb |
4 Manual
Production Figures
| Total Saab Production for 1969 : | 61,711 |
| 1969 Saab 96 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 68V104000 |
| Notes | POSSIBILITY THAT LOWER END OF THROTTLE RETURN SPRING, WHICH IS HOOKED THROUGH AHOLE DRILLED IN THE BATTERY TRAY, MAY BECOME CORRODED BY BATTERY ACID AND BREAK OFF.IF SPRING BREAKS, WOULD CAUSE COMPLETE LOSS OF PEDAL RETURN PRESSURE.(CORRECT BY ALTERING MOUNTING POSITION OF SPRING.) |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 69V097000 |
| Notes | POSSIBILITY THAT RUBBER VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING POWER ASSIST PORTION OF BRAKEMASTER CYLINDER TO VACUUM SOURCE COULD FAIL DUE TO POOR QUALITY HOSE.(CORRECTBY INSPECT- ING AND REPLACING WHEN NECESSARY.) |
Data updated January 2023
1969 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $3,270 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $9,302 |
| Avg. Home : | $15,500 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.35 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1969 Saab 96?
Q: How fast is the 1969 Saab 96? A: The 1969 Saab 96 has a top speed of 86 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1969 Saab 96? A: The 1969 Saab 96 has a wheelbase size of 98.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1969 Saab 96? A: The 1969 Saab 96 has a length of 165.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1969 Saab 96? A: The 1969 Saab 96 has a width of 62.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1969 Saab 96 cost when new?A: The 1969 Saab 96 cost approximately $2,299 to $2,550 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1969 Saab 96? A: The 1969 Saab 96 was offered as a DeLuxe Sedan, Sedan, Station Wagon.Q: How many vehicles did Saab produce in 1969? A: Saab produced 61,711 automobiles in 1969.Q: What engine did the 1969 Saab 96 have? A: The engine powering the 1969 Saab 96 was a V 4 (1498 cc | 91.4 cu in. | 1.5 L.) with 73 BHP (53.728 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 87 Ft-Lbs (118 NM) @ 2700 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 1969 Saab 96 have? A: The 1969 Saab 96 had a 4 speed Manual gearbox.