1976 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 299 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1976 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
