1968 Nissan President vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 42 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | President | Versa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |