1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 244 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | 100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
