1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 658 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | MPV |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |