2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
