1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 32 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
