1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Patrol | 99 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
