2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. Both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 1969 Nissan President are equipped with a 2,972 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (279 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 1969 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Sebring | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
