1972 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | LTD | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
