2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 1972 Nissan President | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Frontera | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |