1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 160 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 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 Proton Persona, 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1993 Proton Persona has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Proton Persona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Cortina | Persona |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |