1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Saab 93 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 93 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
