1972 Nissan President vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 2012 Subaru Outback.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | President | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1536 kg |
