1969 Nissan President vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 151 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
