1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
