1968 Nissan President vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |