1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 804 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 84 L |
