1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1992 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1992 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
