2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 68 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 847 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | X-Trail | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |