1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |