1968 Nissan President vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | President | Endeavor |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |