2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | X-Trail | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
