1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 33 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden 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 305 kg more than 1999 Holden 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, 1999 Holden 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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | President |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
