1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 517 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 211 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
