1966 Nissan President vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan President | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
