1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 516 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |