1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Saab 93, 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 300 ZX | 93 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
