1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 39 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200, 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 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 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 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Cortina | 200 |
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 | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |