1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Cortina | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
