1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 66 L |
