1959 Saab 95 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 95 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
