1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1124 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 Navara 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 Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Navara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |