1957 Ford 17M vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
