1971 Nissan President vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 37 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan President weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 1971 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | President | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
