2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2003 Chrysler LHS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 704 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | LHS | 211 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2230 mm |
