1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 496 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 1972 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
