1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 29 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 531 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Cortina | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
