1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Jeep | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
