1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
