2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2310 mm |