1996 Nissan President vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1996 Nissan President is newer by 26 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 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 820 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 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, 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan President | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | President | 99 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
