1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 767 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Pickup | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Pickup | VX4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |