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Nissan President HG50 4.5 i V8 32V Type L (270 Hp)
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Nissan President:
The Nissan President is a Japanese luxury sedan that was manufactured and marketed by Nissan from 1965 until 2010 as the flagship of Nissan's range, available only at its Nissan Store dealerships then at Nissan Blue Stage dealerships.
Initially marketed in Japan only as an executive limousine, exports began to a few countries including Singapore and Hong Kong, though sales were limited. When the President was introduced in 1965, it was marketed under the "Nissan" badge, unlike other Nissan products at the time, which were marketed under the Datsun brand....(Read more on Wikipedia)
HG50 Overview:
Nissan President (HG50). With 394 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1900 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan President HG50 was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread and is unlikely to have been tested. As a vehicle from the 1990s, it lacks many modern active and passive safety features.
4.5 i V8 32V Type L (270 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.5L V8 provides smooth, effortless power, ideal for luxurious cruising. While not a performance car, it offers ample acceleration for its size and intended purpose.
Fuel Economy
As expected from a large displacement V8 from this era, fuel economy is a significant drawback, particularly in urban driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and spacious interior
- • Smooth and powerful V8 engine (VH45DE)
- • Distinctive classic Japanese luxury styling
- • High level of standard features for its era
- • Strong road presence and unique appeal
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy, especially in city driving
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside Japan
- • Outdated safety technology compared to modern vehicles
- • Large turning circle makes city maneuvering difficult
- • Potential for age-related maintenance issues
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | President |
| Generation: | HG50 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.5 i V8 32V Type L (270 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 270 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 394 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4494 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 207.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1900 |
| Max. weight: | 2175 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5075 mm mm |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R15 S |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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