1971 Nissan President vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 36 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, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
