2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 609 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xterra | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
