2002 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan X-Trail | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
