1970 Nissan President vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 37 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan President | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | President | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |