1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 586 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
