1965 Nissan President vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 31 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | President | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3988 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
