2005 Chrysler LHS vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Chrysler LHS is newer by 35 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 24 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler LHS, 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, 2005 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler LHS | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | LHS | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
