1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 34 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
