1970 Nissan President vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | President | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
