2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 44 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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.
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2009 Nissan Xterra | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Xterra | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |