1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 637 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
