2000 Nissan President vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 2000 Nissan President is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200. 2000 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1970 NSU 1200 has manual transmission. 1970 NSU 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan President | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | President | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2240 mm |
