1965 Nissan President vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 76 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Avalon |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |