1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 419 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
