1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
