1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 686 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
