2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
