2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 678 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
