2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
