1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Sports | L |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2630 mm |
