1971 Nissan President vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 35 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan President weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
