1973 Nissan President vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler 200, 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 200 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan President | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | President | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2766 mm |
