1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 602 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 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Serena |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
