1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 77 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 1979 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 1979 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |