2003 Nissan Xterra vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Xterra | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Xterra | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |