1968 Nissan President vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 38 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | President | 307 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
