2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Primera | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Primera | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2182 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |