1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 256 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Magna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
