1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 24 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 540 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2000 Toyota Avalon 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. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
