1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 523 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cortina | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
