1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 15 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 124 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 1987 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Cortina | Samara |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |