2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
