1967 Nissan President vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 1967 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 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1967 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan President | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | President | Vectra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |