1969 Nissan President vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | President | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
