1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1005 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Ford Nissan
Model Cortina Pathfinder
Year Released 1973 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3498 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 360 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 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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