1993 Chrysler ES vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1993 Chrysler ES is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler ES weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 1974 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler ES, 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler ES | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
