1972 Nissan President vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.
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, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | President | 307 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
