1972 Ford Custom vs. 2004 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 629 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Custom 2004 Nissan Titan
Make Ford Nissan
Model Custom Titan
Year Released 1972 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 140 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 514 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 98.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 2398 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 106 L


 

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