1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |