1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | President |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
