2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 42 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caliber | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |