1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 105 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, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
