1968 Nissan President vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | President | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
