1970 Nissan President vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 423 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 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, 2010 Ford Flex, 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | President | Flex |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2995 mm |
