2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 36 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Traverse | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |