1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 465 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | President |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
