1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 M | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
