1972 Nissan President vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan President | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | President | CR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |