1968 Nissan President vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Xedos 6, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | President | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
