2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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, 2001 Chrysler 300, 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |