1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1998 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 377 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Rasheen | 93 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
