1967 Nissan President vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan President | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | President | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
