1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1265 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 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
