1969 Nissan President vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 261 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan President | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | President | Korando |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |