1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury weights approximately 705 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 | 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Cortina | Gran Fury |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |