1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | NV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 106 L |
