1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 917 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 914 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
