1970 Nissan President vs. 2004 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 34 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Nissan President 2004 Samsung SM5
Make Nissan Samsung
Model President SM5
Year Released 1970 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm


 

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