1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 343 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1991 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Cortina | Voyager |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |