2012 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown. 1984 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan X-Trail | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | X-Trail | Crown |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
