1971 Nissan President vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 418 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | President | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
