1968 Nissan President vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 40 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. 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, 2008 Saturn Vue, 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | President | Vue |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |