1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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 (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
