1997 Mazda Levante vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 32 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Levante | President |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
