1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 538 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 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |