1965 Nissan President vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | President | Vectra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |