2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 398 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |