2005 Acura MDX vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 40 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 414 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 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | MDX | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
