1968 Nissan President vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 827 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | President | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
