1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 17 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Peugeot 309, 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
