1972 Nissan President vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 40 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 505 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | President | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
