1971 Nissan President vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | President | SVX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
