1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Plymouth Road Runner
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Road Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Road Runner would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Road Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Road Runner weights approximately 538 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1972 Plymouth Road Runner | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Cortina | Road Runner |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |