1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 656 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
