1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 910 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
