1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900 (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 211 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
