1980 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Beetle | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
