1965 Nissan President vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 550 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | President | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
