1965 Nissan President vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 Megane, 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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | President | Megane |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |