1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 36 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 786 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 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
