1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 833 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | MM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
