1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 57 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Note |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
