1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
Model | VX4 | Navara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1505 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |