1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 924 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
