2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1969 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |