2012 Nissan Titan vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Titan | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Model F |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2240 mm |
