1968 Nissan President vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Highlander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |