1972 Nissan President vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan President | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 400 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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |