1969 Nissan President vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 235 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 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, 2013 Ford EDGE, 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | President | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
