1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1263 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Titan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |