1970 Nissan President vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 705 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
