1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Shadow | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
