2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Nissan President.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |