1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 201 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Jeep | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
