1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1675 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 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2011 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3075 mm |
