2011 Nissan Titan vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Titan | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2580 mm |
