1965 Nissan President vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio, 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
