1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 945 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2184 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
