1968 Nissan President vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 30 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, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
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, 1998 Rover 75, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | President | 75 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |