1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 319 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
