1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cedric | 900 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
