1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 573 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Torino | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
