2004 MG ZS vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 39 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, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS, 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZS | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | ZS | President |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |