1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Prairie | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
