1972 Nissan President vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 33 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, 1972 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
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, 2005 Rover Streetwise, 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | President | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
