1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
