1969 Honda S800 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 586 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S800 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |