1966 Nissan President vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan President | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
