1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 340 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 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab 99, 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Laurel | 99 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
