1949 Ford Custom vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1949 Ford Custom.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1949 Ford Custom has manual transmission. 1949 Ford Custom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ford Custom | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Custom | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
