2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 180 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 1969 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 1969 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1969 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Raider | President |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
