1970 Nissan President vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 498 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT, 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | President | MKT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 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 | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2995 mm |
