1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Hummer H1 | 1969 Nissan President | |
Make | Hummer | Nissan |
Model | H1 | President |
Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |