1968 Nissan President vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Nissan President 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model President Voyager
Year Released 1968 1990
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 109 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2860 mm


 

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