1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | 100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
