2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 426 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 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 | 2031 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
