1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
