1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 721 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Pickup |
Year Released | 1972 | 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 | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |