2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 Nissan President.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3, 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, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | ESX 3 | President |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
