1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 339 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Cortina | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
