1965 Nissan President vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 44 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Nissan President.
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, 2009 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | President | Clio |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1640 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 |