1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
