1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 609 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
