2009 Lexus IS vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
