1965 Nissan President vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 95 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | President | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
