1996 Nissan President vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan President 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 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | President | Sonett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2160 mm |