1969 Nissan President vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 80 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 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 1969 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | President | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
