1998 Dodge Neon vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Dodge Neon is newer by 25 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 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 481 kg more than 1998 Dodge Neon.
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, 1998 Dodge Neon, 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Neon. (175 Nm). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Neon | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Neon | President |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
