2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 967 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | President |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |