1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1082 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.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
