1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1507 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
