1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 10 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 120 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Cortina | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
