1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 412 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 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
