1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 211 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 4060 mm |
