1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra, 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Micra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
