1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 275 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 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | President |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
