1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 325 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 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, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
