1953 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
