1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
