2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Quest | Cortina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |