2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 661 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | X-Trail | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
