1980 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | 1302 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
