1970 Nissan President vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 39 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 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Citi |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1423 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 | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
