2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 738 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1966 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |