1975 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 551 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Century | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Century | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
