1951 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 490 kg more than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jeep CJ3A | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ3A | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
