1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 33 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), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 525 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 211 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
