1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Pulsar | 93 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
