2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 GMC Sonoma is newer by 38 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, 1965 Nissan President (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sonoma 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:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | President |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
