1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
