1973 Nissan President vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Highlander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |