2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 444 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. 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 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2005 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | X-Trail | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
