1972 Nissan President vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 29 kg more than 2000 Skoda Superb.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb, 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, 2000 Skoda Superb (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | President | Superb |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 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 | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
