1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 985 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Patrol |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |