2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 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 Dodge Intrepid (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Intrepid | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 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 | 1570 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
