1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Challenger | President |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |