1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1358 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Titan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
