1999 Ford O21 C vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | O21 C | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
