1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cortina | Astro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
