1998 Nissan President vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe, 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1983 Pininfarina Coupe has manual transmission. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Pininfarina |
| Model | President | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
