2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1973 Nissan President

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.

Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Frontier 1973 Nissan President
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Frontier President
Year Released 2007 1973
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 2973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 262 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2860 mm