1968 Nissan President vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 536 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | President | Traverse |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 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 | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |