1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus is newer by 23 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 195 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, 1999 Kia Clarus, 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
