1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 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 141 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 90 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
