1973 Nissan President vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb, 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | President | Superb |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |