2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 347 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 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pathfinder | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
