1969 Nissan President vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 41 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1969 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | President | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
