1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Pulsar | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Pulsar | 95 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
