1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cedric | 900 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
