1965 Nissan President vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Nissan President 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Nissan Chevrolet
Model President Colorado
Year Released 1965 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3988 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 167 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm