1972 Ford Custom vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 181 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Custom | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
