2003 Acura TL vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 35 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TL | President |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 1578 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |