1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
